S2627-88 Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Assistant - Ardmore School

Northern Lights Public Schools; Ardmore; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for a full-time Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Assistant at Ardmore School in Alberta. The role covers mornings as an Educational Assistant and afternoons as an Early Childhood Assistant for a K–8 program of about 110 students.

Preference given to those with Level 1–3 ECC Certification and First Aid. The successful candidate must obtain a criminal records check, including a vulnerable sectors check, prior to employment.

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants with ECC Certificate Level 1–3 and First Aid certification.
• Experience in early childhood or school-age care settings.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of Alberta childcare licensing regulations.
• Understanding NLPS program philosophies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Upholding the program's philosophy, policies, and procedures in all daily practices.
• Maintaining confidentiality in all matters involving children, students, families and staff.
• Supporting the development and implementation of a developmentally appropriate program for young children and students.
• Ensuring all children and students are supervised at all times and accounted for during transitions and activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Student support

Behavior support

Education

Level 1–3 Early Childhood Care Certificate

First Aid Certification

Job description

Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:

Located in Alberta's scenic Lakeland region, Northern Lights Public Schools offers an inspiring place to live and work - with access to abundant outdoor recreation and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. Our division is dedicatedto student success and well-being, with a strong focuson literacy and numeracy, enhanced learning pathways, and student mental health as division priorities. We are committed to creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environmentswhere every student can thrive.

S2627-88 Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Assistant - Ardmore School

We are seeking a fullt-time (1.0 FTE) Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Assistant commencing as soon as possible. The role is Monday-Friday, working mornings as an EA and afternoons as an ECA. The assignment includes assisting with student educational program needs including social skills, behaviour skills, self-help and personal care needs. This position requires a compassionate and energetic individual to work in a team environment. Additionally, assisting in implementing the effective day to day operations of the program, ensuring appropriate supervision, smooth transitions, and consistent routines.

Ardmore School is located in the Hamlet of Ardmore with approximately 110 students in grades K to 8.

Preference will be given to applicants who have :

• Level 1, 2 or 3 Early Child Care Certificate First Aid Certification
• Knowledge and experience working in an early childhood or school-aged care setting
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Extensive understanding of child development theories and best practices
• Working knowledge of Alberta Childcare Licensing Regulations
• Familiarity with NLPS program philosophies, policies, and operational procedures
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities

The Role the Early Childhood Assistant may include:

• Upholding the program's philosophy, policies, and procedures in all daily practices
• Maintaining confidentiality in all matters involving children, students, families and staff
• Supporting the development and implementation of a developmentally appropriate program for young children and students
• Ensuring all children and students are supervised at all times and accounted for during transitions and activities

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and providea criminal records check which includes a vulnerable sectors checkWe thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted